Simple syrups are such a great way to flavor cocktails and homemade sodas and they’re super easy to make. After not being able to find Blackberry Cordial at the grocery store for a cocktail recipe, I decided to alter it a bit and make some homemade Blackberry Simple Syrup. The thing I love about simple syrup is it’s just that, simple! You can apply this recipe to make a simple syrup with almost any fruit!
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Sugar
- 1 cup Water
- 1 1/2 cups Blackberries
Directions:
- Add all ingredients into a medium pot and bring to a boil over medium heat. Let mixtures simmer until sugar has dissolved and berries are tender, about 20 minutes.
- Remove pan from heat and let it cool completely.
- Strain into a bottle/jar making sure to squeeze any excess juice from the blackberries.
- Makes 10 – 12 oz.
You’re going to love the flavor of this syrup, it’s sweet but has that slightly bitter aftertaste of the blackberry. It makes a great Italian Soda and pairs well with rum and vodka, it’s also terrific over ice cream and other desserts!
Enjoy!
Marriette says
August 5, 2014 at 11:25 amHow long can you save this syrup? And do you have to keep it in the fridge?
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August 5, 2014 at 3:39 pmYes, you’ll want to keep it in the fridge so it lasts longer. It should last about a month in the fridge… if you add a tsp of vodka it can extend the shelf like for up to 3 months.
Lisa says
August 2, 2017 at 1:55 pmDo you add the vodka after it’s cooled or while it’s still hot?
Rebecca says
August 2, 2017 at 1:58 pmcooled and room temp unless you are making a hot cocktail.
Peggy says
September 3, 2017 at 9:18 amCAN I USE BLACKBERRY EXTRACT FLAVORING TO MAKE MY SURYP. I CANT FIND BLACKBERRIES FRESH OR FROZEN AND NO JUICE I”M STUCK CAN YOU HELP ?
Rebecca Hubbell says
September 3, 2017 at 12:19 pmHi Peggy, Yes, you can, It might not have as true of a blackberry flavor, but you can use my Simple Syrup recipe found here: https://www.sugarandsoul.co/simple-syrup/ and add the extract to it after cooling. Add a teaspoon at a time until your reach your desired flavor.
Suzanne K says
July 22, 2018 at 6:55 pmWhere did you find the super cute bottle? Making this right now and wishing I had one!
Rebecca Hubbell says
July 22, 2018 at 8:07 pmHi Suzanne, I’ve seen them at Hobby Lobby most recently. I think I got these from TJMaxx, but it’s been a few years. You can also purchase them on Amazon here: https://amzn.to/2NAFX8s